Quick Service Lead Cook

Milwaukee, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $41,519.17 - $49,135.97

Benefits

pay based on experience

flexible shift scheduling

Professional development opportunities

training and certification support

safe and supportive work environment

Opportunity to work across multiple venues

Employee Discount Programs

Job Description

This employment opportunity is with a dynamic Quick Service dining venue that operates within a fast-paced, high energy environment dedicated to producing superior food products consistently. The establishment is committed to excellence in guest service, upholding high integrity and ethical standards, and fostering personal and professional dedication aligned with its mission, vision, and values. The team is passionate about maintaining quality while delivering exceptional culinary experiences to guests. Employees work in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where safety, sanitation, and food quality are paramount in every aspect of the operation.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of related experience
Intermediate to advanced cooking skills
Previous supervisory experience preferred
ServSafe certification within 90 days of employment
Completion of Culinary Academy within 12 months
Proficiency in using office equipment and computers
Basic math skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong interpersonal skills
Flexibility to work irregular and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
Physical ability to perform kitchen duties including standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and using PPE
Ability to work in hot and cold environments
Exposure to allergens such as peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, soy, dairy, seafood, shellfish, and gluten

Job Qualifications

Intermediate to advanced cooking skills
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of related experience
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Ability to achieve ServSafe certification within 90 days
Ability to complete Culinary Academy within 12 months
Proficient with standard office equipment and general computer skills
Basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and counting with whole numbers and fractions
Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information
Effective interpersonal and professional communication skills
Ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts

Job Duties

Oversee, plan, and assist in the creation of all food and menu items prepared in the venue
Lead the culinary team to hold team members accountable for their performance and to ensure that all food served is monitored for taste and visual appeal
Ensure established portion control measures are followed
Control the level of waste through proper production levels and converted portion guidelines
Communicate departmental objectives to ensure consistency and commitment to company policies and procedures
Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized work environment
Assist in monthly inventory and rotation of stock
Assist in menu development and presentation, including establishing recipes, determining costs, and publishing new menu specifications
Assist in training, testing, and coaching other members of the culinary team
Work at other venues as assigned, based on business needs
Ensure full compliance with departmental internal controls, policies, procedures, and regulations
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Location

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